MPA – THE ASSOCIATION OF MAGAZINE MEDIA LAUNCHES “MPA NEXT” TO CREATE A PROFESSIONAL COMMUNITY FOR EMERGING MAGAZINE MEDIA EXECUTIVES

NEW YORK, NY – September 6, 2016 – MPA – The Association of Magazine Media today announced the formation of MPA Next, a community for up-and-coming professionals in the magazine media industry. MPA Next will serve as a forum for junior-level executives in non-editorial positions, reaching out to its members with educational and networking events.

“Our member companies continue to attract some of the best and brightest talent in media today,” said Linda Thomas Brooks, president and CEO, MPA –The Association of Magazine Media. “By providing the next generation of leaders with access to our industry’s top management, training programs, and the opportunity for networking amongst peers, MPA Next will stimulate discussions and share insights in new ways among all levels of experience.”

Projected events for MPA Next include:

Professional workshops led by luminaries in the magazine industry

Lectures covering a range of relevant topics

Fluid, open forums to keep up with media needs and social trends

Media mixers and networking receptions

Membership is open to dedicated, junior-level professionals in non-editorial positions such as business development, advertising sales, marketing, public relations and corporate functions. Applicants should have up to seven years of experience and must work for an MPA-member company. There is no cost to join MPA Next. To apply, visit www.magazine.org/MPAnext.

About MPAMPA – The Association of Magazine Media is the primary advocate and voice for the magazine media industry, driving thought leadership and game‐changing strategies to promote the industry’s vitality and increase its revenues and market share. Established in 1919, MPA represents 200 domestic, associate and international members. MPA is headquartered in New York City, with a government affairs office in Washington, D.C.